Al-Amn Magazine

GREENAPPLE T his Women›s Day, prioritise your health and fitness by eating foods that nourish your mind and body, giving you the strength to achieve all your goals. International Women›s Day is celebrated every year on March 8 to celebrate women and their social, economic, cultural, and political achievements. The world would not be the same without women. But the importance of women goes far beyond that. It is not easy to explain why women are important, but if you have any in your life - as friends, family, teachers, or mentors - you would understand. On this International Women›s Day, we encourage women to take more «me-time», roll out that yoga mat regularly, and eat healthy, nourishing food that provides them with the strength and energy they need to ace whatever they do. Dr Mickey Mehta, Global Holistic Health Guru, says, «In today›s fast-paced world, your body and mind deserve the right clean, green, wholesome nourishment that fuels, balances, and elevates your being.» The right foods are not just fuel, they are your allies, keeping you strong, radiant, and ahead in every sphere of life. Here are 5 nourishing foods every woman must add to her daily diet: Flaxseeds For women going through menopause, Consultant Nutritionist Rupali Datta suggests consuming flaxseeds. Flaxseeds are rich in lignans, a type of plant compound with estrogen-like properties. Including flaxseeds in your diet may help manage hormonal fluctuations and alleviate symptoms like hot flashes. Sprinkle ground flaxseeds on yoghurt or add them to smoothies for an easy boost. Green Leafy Vegetables Make green leafy vegetables a constant part of your daily diet. This includes foods like spinach, drumstick, curry leaves, kale, chard, bok choy, collard greens, cabbage, and mustard greens. As per nutritionist Datta, leafy greens are a rich source of iron, folic acid (vitamin B9) and calcium. To stay fit and healthy, women need all three of these nutrients: Iron is a Pri ori t i se hea l t h and fit ness Fi ve hea l t hy foods every woman needs to s t ay s t rong